Methods and materials for Elementary Science and Health is designed to provide both the theoretical background and the practical knowledge necessary for planning, implementing, and assessing a science and health program in a contemporary elementary school. Students will be introduced to a variety of approaches and instructional materials for effectively facilitating the learning of content and skills drawn from science, physical education and health, and for integrating this learning with other areas of the elementary curriculum. This course is designed as part of the Methods and Materials Block of courses and must be taken concurrently with the other courses in the Block. Extensive field experiences are required.
Prerequisite: Candidacy Status.
Co-requisites: ELED4030, ELED4040, ELED4060, and ELED4061
3 Credits